It was only recently that I learned hard work does not always result in success. I’m a strong believer in the power of working hard. If I can’t play a piece in band, I’ll muscle my way through it one measure at a time. If
If I were to give everyone one piece of advice, it would be to be grateful for the ability to grieve. Although I am not sure where from, I have always had an idealistic perspective on grief. I believe that the feeling of grief or
This story is perhaps my favorite to tell at family gatherings (besides the one about failing my learner’s permit test the first time) – so gear up folks, this is going to be a weird one. ‘Twas a normal Wednesday at The Potomac School, and
I’m definitely most grateful for my parents and how much they invest in me and my future. I probably wouldn’t be competing at a national level if it weren’t for the time they spent either taking me to the field to practice or even to
While I was in Tulsa, OK for the Miss Teen USA pageant I was actually prayed over randomly while eating my Thai food at a restaurant. While it confused me at first, I was so grateful that this person was willing to take time out
“Comparison is the killer of joy.” I’m not sure who came up with it but I learned it from my mom and she from hers. While I’ve heard it all my life, it never really stuck with me until I got to high school. I
Simply put, I live and breathe music. A drummer virtually my whole life, and more recently an orchestral percussionist, playing and listening to music has always been my passion. Sitting down at a drum kit and controlling the direction of songs is a powerful experience
My passion for the world first developed while in quarantine, a time when my dreams of exploring and connecting with other cultures was entirely impossible. It all started during the Spring of freshman year when I applied to the Global Politics and Citizenship Program (GPAC)
The friends you associate with highly influence the quality of your life. Their presence gives your life value and helps you grow into a better version of yourself. The right friends constantly inspire you and teach you to care, love and respect. I am most
One of my proudest achievements was when I became the student body president of our school’s Student Government Association. Previously, I had lost my tenth-grade treasurer election and my eleventh-grade vice presidential election. Having only been on SGA as a representative in my junior year,